Why is ESN Designer Protein Bar Dark Cookie Heute Chic Flavor classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar is listed as NOVA 4 because it combines many industrial ingredients, including sweeteners (maltitol E965, sucralose E955, erythritol E968, isomalt E953), emulsifiers (lecithin E322), a humectant (glycerol E422), a raising agent (sodium bicarbonate E500 ii), palm oil and various food‑grade stabilisers; these components are typical of highly processed foods.

How does the saturated‑fat and salt content of this bar affect a heart‑healthy or hypertensive diet?

The bar’s saturated‑fat amount (9.8 g per 100 g) is high and can raise LDL‑cholesterol when consumed regularly, whereas its salt level (0.62 g per 100 g) is relatively low, so the main cardiovascular concern stems from the saturated fat rather than sodium.

Is this protein bar compatible with gluten‑free, vegan, keto or other restrictive diets?

It is labelled ‘no gluten’ but traces of gluten‑containing grains may be present, so strict gluten‑free diets should be cautious; the bar contains dairy and soy, making it unsuitable for vegans; with 16 g of carbohydrates per 45 g serving it exceeds typical keto limits, and it is not certified halal or kosher.

ESN • 45 gram

ESN Designer Protein Bar Dark Cookie Heute Chic Flavor

Dietary Supplements

Product Insights

ESN Designer Protein Bar Dark Cookie Heute Chic Flavor is a protein‑rich snack marketed for bodybuilding and athletic performance. A 45 g bar delivers 13 g protein, 4.4 g saturated fat and 1.6 g sugar, uses sugar substitutes and contains 0.62 g salt, while the ultra‑processed formulation (NOVA 4) includes several additives such as maltitol, lecithin, sucralose and palm oil. Its low added‑sugar profile and high protein support recovery, but the high saturated‑fat level, the presence of dairy and soy allergens, and the lack of an official Nutri‑Score make it less suitable for heart‑healthy or allergen‑restricted diets.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal395 kcal

Fat20 g

Saturated Fat9.8 g

Carbohydrates36 g

Sugars3.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar protein‑bar products (per 100 g), this bar contains markedly more fat (20 g vs 6.9 g), saturated fat (9.8 g vs 2.6 g) and energy (419 kcal vs 316 kcal), but considerably less sugar (3.5 g vs 8.5 g), salt (0.62 g vs 5.6 g) and protein (29 g vs 41 g).

Ingredients

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